RobinWorldwide

I miss my blog

2011-03-30T11:26:00.002-04:00

Sometimes I wish I had more time to write my blog. I have a lot on my mind really. Nothing that I usually don't post on twitter or facebook....but I want to talk to the world in general.
I miss my people HA HA HA!
Have a great day out there.

2010-01-28T16:53:00.000-05:00

"It's easier to sleep than run. That's why sleeping isn't an Olympic sport."

No, thanks. No time.

2009-03-31T13:57:00.002-04:00

Yearbook Girl: Kenny Fisher, sign my yearbook.
Kenny Fisher: No, thanks. No time.
Yearbook Girl: Come on. Where's your school spirit? Go, Hot Dogs!
DJ Sammy: Bitch, get a life!

I miss my blog, I really do - but like Kenny Fisher says "No thanks. No time."

I do have my twitter page however, which is easier to jot down mini thoughts as they come to me.

See you in cyberspace.

RobinWorldwide: This about says it...

2008-12-12T17:21:00.000-05:00

RobinWorldwide: This about says it...

http://johnmayer.com/blog/john/200803

Training

2008-12-12T09:35:00.002-05:00

I started a trainer. Gained weight before I left the old job. A lot...too mch stress, hating life, etc. So $2400 later...I am only down 10 pounds thanks to Paris. (Yes, I gained 6 pounds in 10 days eating and drinking like it was my job.)

Anyway, back to the gym...this is what went down last night. Some girl was commenting on my training and I thought she knew my trainer (he is a social butterfly and knows everyone, so no big deal...usually.)

Girl to her friend: I am not going to do anything but watch him toouture her.

Me to my Trainer (MT):Tell her to shut up or I will punch her in the face (sorry PG born and raised)

Girl to MT: What did she say?

MT to girl: She said she is going to get you.

Me to MT: That is NOT what I said.

Then it was silent in the studio and she left a few minutes later. My trainer thought I was joking.

My trainer to me: She did not think you were joking.

Me to MT: Do you know her?

MT to me: No.

Me to MT: I was not joking. I will CUT her.

1. Shut the f**k up!

2. I am not paying my trainer to have you watch what I do and then go do it.

3. shut the f**k up!

A Whole New World

2008-08-26T15:46:00.003-04:00

No, it's not the Disney movie. I have have a new job and loving it.

I have also started a personal trainer - it's a love-hate relationship. I started training for my 10k that I will run on Veteran's Day.

October 4th I will be doing the 5k for Diabetes (Team Martini) in and October 11th 5k for Cancer. Go me :)

Over the next several weeks, I will try to keep you updated on my progress...we shall see.

Operation Wonder Woman is in motion!

Happy Friday

2008-06-13T11:31:00.006-04:00

My morning commute sucked because there is a 30-block power outage. I am not sure where half of the people in the city get their driving licences, but who doesn't know you treat a light that is out like a 4-way stop? Instead some jackass who is 100-years-old goes through the light like he has a green. Did not even pause for the cause. I mean, really people - get it together. We are all late and we are all pissed off...but what you have going on isn't more important than my need to get Starbucks and set up my mani-pedi-wax appointment during lunch.

After the gym tonight I plan on helping my friend wrap some favors for an event tomorrow. Now the Greeks are crazy with the favors, or boubounieres. We had to wrap a million Lenox bells for a wedding with tool and ribbon and almonds. Tonight will be candles . This family is always outdoing the previous favor. I don't want to know how much it is all costing. I just show up, drink the wine and tie bows.

This weekend is Capital Pride weekend. I will not be able to attend because of the Baptism and Father's Day and all. So Happy Pride to all the peeps and Happy Father's Day to all the baby-daddies out there.

They Have My Blessing

2008-06-05T11:34:00.004-04:00

I actually like John Mayer and Jennifer Aniston together. She seems smart and down to earth. We all know how I feel about John (swoon.)

I plan on marrying John Mayer when we finish sowing our wild oats. In fact when I go on my diets, I call them Operation: Look Like Jennifer Aniston. Coincidence? I think not. John and I share more than Japanese in common.

I am sure Kathryn recalls me dialing NYC information to call John during an evening in Baltimore for A's 30th birthday - the one where we hung out with Derek Jeter (lol)...OH the memories.

Congrats to Jen and John...I wish you all the best.

I guess I need to get my Team Aniston t-shirt back out :)

Sex and the City Movie

2008-06-03T12:01:00.002-04:00

If you have not already done so, run, don't walk to see the film.
As an avid fan of the show for years, I was very happy with the movie. It stayed true to each of the characters and nothing was too far fetched.
I plan on seeing it many times and ordering it on DVD in advance :) I am a nerd like that.

This about says it...

2008-03-31T11:34:00.003-04:00

I have had a lot going on the past several months. Personally, professionally...
I cannot remember the last time I worked only 40 hours in a work week...and for what?
I guess I need to spend 3 weeks in Japan.
Oh-hi-yo go-saey-mas.
Watashiwa Ro-been-des.

Yea, Yea, Yea...

2007-11-15T12:18:00.000-05:00

I have been missing my blog. Every day on the way to work, at the gym, at the store, at a party I think "that is something I should blog about." But, I get to work or I get home and I start doing something else and I forget.

I am sure I have said this before, but I really need to start keeping a list of things I have been meaning to blog about.

My current obsession with DVR and how I watch 10 shows in 2 hours - LOVE IT
The Hills
Why people cannot drive in the rain, it just boggles my mind
Why it is more expensive for me to take public transportation than to drive
How Brit Brit is just a goddam mess
Looking for a job sucks when you are torn between staying at your current job and looking for something else
Halloween funny story about how someone got arrested
"The boy"
The New Season of Project Runway.
The new girl(s) at work
Statue of liberty...again
My lack of motivation to hit the gym one week and then my get in shape girl attitude the next
How much I love wine...still (MD Wine Festival 2007)
Some random guy I went out with and he dropped off the face of the earth
The holiday
Refinancing my house
My Godson's bday/Halloween Party
Do I really want to have children (see bullet point above)
Girls Weekend at the Beach
Business Trips and Personal Trips
Facebook
My favorite bar in Annapolis closing
Etc, Etc...

I miss you blog... I really do.

Stalker...

2007-07-25T14:43:00.000-04:00

Um, I have been Bob Freakin' Villa. Friday I started the final phase of my bathroom remodel. Tub removed...all weekend without a shower. Thank god for friends. Monday I had to run to the home depot for the 100th time. Last night I had to assemble my dining set and help my dad patch dry wall. I was up until 3 and then woke up early this morning to do the second round of spackle for the dry wall. Not exciting.

All that matters is that I am going to see my husband John Mayer tonight. K and I are going to have so much fun.

Please look for me on the following:

1. Cover of OK! magazine, perezhilton.com and/or E!news because I am going to hook up with John Mayer and I will be the "mysterious brunette" he was seen leaving with tonight.

2. Channel 4 NBC 11:00 news. It is possible that I will be so excited, I bum rush the stage and start humping his leg uncontrollably.

...only time will tell the outcome :)

picture passed on from K from a GAP ad and I am sure this is (c) but...

What's Goin' On? UPDATES

2007-06-27T18:39:00.000-04:00

I was dining alfresco with my friend MS after the gym and we were just talking about boys when guess what...JR sends me a text saying he is sorry he did not get back to me last week, he did not have his personal phone on him much.

WTF is that? What kind of lame ass text is that? What am I to respond? I pondered it for a few moments and then decided not to call or write back. I needed to consult the counsel before doing anything. I received a 50/50 response. One group said I should write back with "Who is this?" or some other lame text and the other half saying not to do anything. I wrote back this afternoon saying "ok."

I felt as though I should acknowledge the text since a couple of his I did not receive before, but I did not want him to think that was appropriate behavior. We are all adults here. Don't want to see me again, no sweat off my back, but don't send me THAT bullshit.

Still don't know if the ex will be at the shower on Sunday. Operation: Get a cute outfit is still in full swing nonetheless.

Anyway...wishing you all a happy and healthy summer.
Toodles.

What's Goin' On?

2007-06-25T11:56:00.000-04:00

I miss my blog, but I have been too busy to write.

This morning I almost got into a fight with a woman in the parking garage who was beeping at me to move up because she was in SUCH a hurry. Meanwhile, I park my car and walk up the ramp and she is still running her pie hole to the parking guy...SO BUSY! Bitch.

Had a graduation party for Officer M. Congrats. I tried to mack on SH again, but he is too shy and just not having it. One of these days I am going to get him drunk and take advantage.

I managed to play drunk volley ball, soccer and jump on the moon bounce. I only have one bruise...so I am doing good.

Two weeks ago I met a guy through my cousin. JR seemed super nice, tall, dark hair, blue eyes - cute. All in two weeks meet for drinks, we hook up, we talk, he comes over the house, we hook up, I never hear from him again. He proceeds to tell my cousin that I have not gotten in touch with him - meanwhile he has all my numbers and I did text him. DONE and done! Boys are dumb. Take care meow...

Next weekend is the baby shower/meet the baby party for my cousin's who adopted. She is so cute - it should be fun. I wonder if the ex will be there with his ugly ass girlfriend. Note to self, get a cute outfit.

Friday NK threw my flip flop on the neighbors roof...it's still there. I then had to take the right flip flop of each of his flops and toss them in the woods. Fair? I think so. The other neighbors propositioned for a threesome. I kindly turned them down. What the hell is going on?

NK is dating a new boy. J is super nice and I heart him - but it's been a month and he is practically moved in...moving to fast? To each their own I guess.

Hope you all had a weekend as entertaining as mine :)

Cheers!

Save The Date

2007-05-18T12:22:00.000-04:00

My wedding with John Mayer is back on...
Kathryn, I am stopping the order of the "dump the bitch" t-shirt ;)
HA!

He's right...even though I don't like his girlfriend.

2007-05-17T11:59:00.000-04:00

As a person who works for an association who deals with this issue, I could not agree with what John Mayer had to say about the recent events in broadcasting.
I don't like the words that come out of their mouths, but this is a free country.

Road Rage

2007-05-15T15:58:00.000-04:00

Only 5th? I am very surprised by this. Given this morning alone I beeped twice and suggested to people that they do me a favor my staying in their f*cking lane, get off the phone if they can't drive and talk and "how 'bout we go the speed limit."

Currently Obsessed With...

2007-05-09T13:27:00.000-04:00

Quinoa

Next recipe I will try is

Quinoa Risotto
1 cup quinoa
1 Tbsp. olive oil
1 cup chopped onion
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup vegetable broth
1 cup skim milk
8 oz. mushrooms, sliced
3/4 cup Parmesan cheese

Rinse and drain quinoa three times, using a fine mesh strainer to remove the bitter outer coating.
Heat olive oil in a heavy saucepan or dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add onion and cook until soft, stirring constantly. Add garlic and quinoa and continue stirring a minute or two. Stir in broth and milk. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer until quinoa is tender, stirring occasionally, approximately 10-12 minutes.
Add mushrooms and cook another 3-5 minutes, stirring often. Remove from heat. Add cheese and let stand a few minutes, so risotto can thicken.
Serves 6.
Per serving: 284 calories, 12 g fat, 21 mg cholesterol, 27 g carbohydrate, 3 g fiber, 18 g protein, 4% Vitamin A, 6% Vitamin C, 43% calcium, 18% iron

Volunteering

2007-05-02T12:21:00.000-04:00

This picture was taken last month when I was suppose to be volunteering for the Cherry Blossom Race. I was hamm(red) and could not make it (and so was the photographer) Nice.

Is it wrong that I was mad that I did not get the t-shirt for the race? I mean, that would make a great gym shirt, oh well.

Wishing you all a happy hump day and best wishes for a fun filled Cinco De Mayo!

Jet Lag Is A Bitch

2007-04-26T10:49:00.000-04:00

It's been a month since my last post. I was in Vegas for two weeks with work. I was working 80-hour work weeks and now I am lolly-gagging at work. It's nice.

I have spent the last few days trying to get back to East Coast time and it is just not working. My earliest wake up call in Vegas was for 4:30 AM. Still after the time I am "suppose" to be up here. What gives? I have spent several days on the west coast before, but it has never been this big of a problem to get back into my normal routine here in DC. Jet lag sucks!

I guess it is because I don't have to motivation to get to work by 9:00. This week half of the staff is out because we have worked so hard that past 4 months that people NEED a vacation before returning to the building. I prefer to work this week while I am not getting any phone calls or emails. I save my vacation days for real trips (working on Hawaii or Greece right now all depends on my gay boyfriend [topic for another blog.] )

So if someone spends 2 weeks in another time zone, how long should it take them to recover? Normally it takes me three days for each hour...but this is just ridiculous.

I hope all is well with you guys and I look forward to catching up in the blog land!

Working Sucks...

2007-03-26T12:36:00.000-04:00

So many things to write about here, but work has gotten in the way over the past several weeks so I will give you the Cliff's Notes version.

My cousin K and her husband found out they were chosen for an adoption (the baby will be born around May 12th)- it's a girl! CONGRATULATIONS.

Lots of trips to Verison Center for Josh Groban and basketball games. Lots of trips to Porter's for b-day parties and just good ol' drinking.

My friend JV and her family came down for a nice visit. It was SO great to see them. They always make me smile. Her kids are so darn cute and smart. I love being called Aunty Robin by them.

I told my boss that I will be looking for a new job in May, after this conference I am working on. I did not get a raise I felt I deserved after working 80+ hour work weeks. I have told the SVP of another dept that I am interested in talking to him about changing my career path...we'll see how that goes.

Work has been so bad, that while in meetings and/or conference calls I have started using my red editing pen to make mini slit wrist marks.

I got tickets to see my former-future-husband John Mayer. July 25th I will drunk and singing with K...good times.

I planned a baby shower for my friend R.D. - it was a lot of work during a busy time but it was worth it when she was so pleased. Her mom is not always the easiest to work with...enough said. Some girl that was only invited because she is a girlfriend of a friend, cut the cake BEFORE anyone saw it. Before I saw it, before the guest of honor saw it. WHO DOES THAT? THIS is the only picture I have of my friend's cake.

A lot of health scares with friends and family - I am keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers and wish you all the best.

And last, but not least....I met Joe McIntyre yesterday. Finally, after waiting for 15+ years, I got to touch the man who I wanted to marry at age 13. I had my entire life planned around moving to Boston at 18. I was going to go college at Boston College. I would run into him and we would fall madly in love and get married. We would have this fabulous Irish-Catholic wedding and my life would be complete. Well, as you know that never happened.

But I did get to hug him, take my picture with him, have him sign his CD "Talk To Me" and tell him that he has a great voice, etc...same thing right?!?!

I wait this long to see the person I LOVED for years and I look like this. Frizzy hair, bad shirt, shade from a tree in our faces, just bad, bad, BAD.

Oh well...I still love him. At least he never cheated on me with Jessica Simpson!

Now, back to work - maybe I will write again next month ;)

Cheers!

What Would You Do?

2007-03-14T13:17:00.000-04:00

Working 80+ hours a week doesn't leave much time for blogging. But what would you do if you found out that you are under paid by about $40,000 a year? Switch jobs...that's right.

I always knew it

2007-02-05T11:58:00.000-05:00

Your results:
You are Wonder Woman

Wonder Woman		75%
Iron Man		75%
Supergirl		70%
Superman		45%
The Flash		45%
Catwoman		45%
Green Lantern		40%
Spider-Man		35%
Hulk		35%
Batman		15%
Robin		10%

You are a beautiful princess
with great strength of character.

When Will I Learn?

2007-02-02T11:04:00.000-05:00

My head is killing me.

I should NEVER drink on a school night.

I should NEVER follow a mojito with an entire pitcher of margaritas without dinner.

I should NEVER meet up with K&V at McFadden's after Cafe Citron.

I should NEVER drunk text message people.

I should NEVER do a shot of Jack Daniels just because it is handed to me.

I should NEVER forget when the last train leaves and have to take a cab.

I should NEVER drink on a school night....EVER!

SO MUCH FUN!

2007-01-30T14:38:00.000-05:00

So I have decided that I am going to make Sundance an annual trip. I had an amazing time, even though I hurt my back snowboarding. Mild concussion and bruised tailbone...that's nothing right???? (uggg!) I have bruises all over my body. What was I thinking? I need to stick to skiing. I might suck, but at least I have fun and I do not nearly kill myself. I actually had a dream the night of my injury that I was paralyzed. Real nice!

Celebs spotted while at Sundance:

Gwyneth Paltrow with brother Jake Paltrow coming out of Entertainment Weekly. One of the many "freebie" suites. By Appointment Only. How do I make MY appt :)

Matthew Lillard with his wife with his bag of free crap from the ET suite. They started walking fast down Main Street when a fan started following them. We followed them too, sorda - since we were shopping on the same side of the street.

Christina Ricci was spotted at the premier of BSM. She is a string bean. Cuter in person though.

Samuel L. Jackson at the premier of Black Snake Moan. The guy in line behind us was excited to see him. He was wearing his stupid bluetooth phone thing in his ear. I did scream when he got out of the car trying to get him to wave (because I am a stalker.)

Justin Timberlake and his mom (at the premier of Black Snake Moan.) We did not get in to see the film with our Sponsor Passes since it was full. It was cool when he arrived. We were all waiting for a huge SUV with tinted windows. Instead, JT shows up just like anyone else. In a dirty Chevy SUV...sitting in the front seat. Bravo Justin (I hope I get to see him this Friday in DC.) He's bringing sexy back you know...

Jared Leto at the premier of Chapter 27. B and I saw this film. I thought he was going to walk out it was pretty slow in the beginning. I did love the way Leto portrayed Chapman in the film. He did a great job...if only the film was better :(

Brent Bolthouse arrived as part of Leto's entourage for the premier of Chapter 27. B spotted them during dinner prior to meeting up with me for the film. I was a bitch and punked out on drinks after the film. Too bad since Jaime Foxx was at the bar....sonsabitches.

Films seen while at Sundance:

Adrift in Manhattan: This movie made me laugh and cry. We loved it.

Chapter 27: I would have given this a 2.5 out of 5. Leto would have gotten a 5.

Chicago 10: Amazing mix of live action and animation. It makes you want to make a difference in the world. Power to the People!

OFF TO SUNDANCE!

2007-01-22T15:21:00.000-05:00

Goals while away:

Try to ski better than I ever have (won't be hard since I suck)

See at least ONE (1) A-List celeb. And by that I mean, someone who is on E! daily/weekly. I don't need to see Carrot Top again. BLAH!

Although I do have tickets to one movie (Adrift in Manhattan) I hope that I am able to see a few more.

Make a few parties/receptions. I am on the list for this one thing Saturday night. I have to see who all is going to be there before I get my outfit ready...HA!

Make E! by running into Jessica Simpon (fulfilling goal #2) and telling her to leave my baby daddy alone.

"Next on E!...some freakbox got into fisticuffs with Jessica Simpson while attending the [insert party name] during Sundance. The unidentified woman was screaming "leave my baby daddy alone, you home wrecker."

I Need To Start Over

2007-01-12T11:02:00.000-05:00

Do you ever have those days that you wish you could just rewind, go back to bed and wait for the alarm to wake you up again? Today is that day.

I woke up to the alarm at 6:45 am. I knocked over my remote control (I always turn on NBC when I wake up in the morning) and I hit my head on my night stand. I now have a red dot in the middle of my head.

I get in the car and on my way to work I am almost hit by three different people. All who are crazy people and cannot drive to save their lives. I see that as a sign NOT to drive into work and I take the metro. Nothing too eventful, other than the fact that I next to mothball lady. God bless her, but she smells.

I get off the train at Dupont, walk up the long north elevator and just as I am walking up the top three steps...my watch slips off my wrist and goes down the 323254235235235 foot escalator. No one even THINKS to grab it for me. Thanks f*ckers!

I walk back down the escalator, no watch. I think someone may have returned to the booth, no one is there. I walk back to the escalator, kick a paper and it's there. Thank God! I just got this watch from my parents for Christmas, it was too big so I was going to get it adjusted during lunch. I start walking back up the escalator...oh no, I realize the watch clasp must have fallen off. I start running back down the up escalator. No where to be found. I was15 minutes late to work.

I walk into the office to a shitty email from someone I work with who I cannot stand. Who is writing an email to me about something HE does and is coming down on me for going above and beyond and getting better quality for less money. Go F*ck yourself...THAT is what I should have responded. Instead, it was deleted.

I cannot wait for drinks tonight in Annapolis.

Happy Birthday K.E.M.!!!!

Saying Goodbye is Never Easy

2007-01-11T11:17:00.000-05:00

Friday, January 5th, 2007 my uncle passed away. He had been sick for a few years, fighting pulmonary disease. Of course, although you know that someone is sick and dying, it is never easy to say goodbye - even harder since we just lost Nan in July.

My heart goes out to his daughters, my cousins N & L. Luckily they are in their late teens/early 20's and were able to grow up with him in their lives. He was lucky to have a great former employer who set up a college fund for them.

During funerals you learn so much about people. For example, my Great-Aunt got up and talked about the time he was 5-years-old and locked her out of the house while she was babysitting him, my father and two other siblings. It was a cute and funny story.

My aunt talked about how he was the most popular kid in school and drove some purple car that made everyone swoon (hard to image right?) My cousin talked about their fishing trips, my uncle talked about all of his close friends he had for years.

I learned from my parents (who were unable to get up and speak, asked me to relay a message about my uncle) that he was the one who moved back in with my grandparents and gave up his "bachelor pad" so that my parents, a young couple without much money, could get their start.

Hardly able to get through my little story, I am truly thankful for my uncle. He helped my parents get their start and now they are set in life. In turn, my uncle gave me my start...if it wasn't for him, maybe my parents would not have been able to put me and my brother through college and help out the many number of people they have.

Cherish the times you have with your family and friends...it all ends too soon. You will be missed Uncle Mel.

Happy 2007!

2007-01-04T17:59:00.000-05:00

Well now that we are all back to work I figured I should take time to write a blog...it's been a while.

I hope everyone had a fun NYE. Now that I am divorcing JM for being caught near that tramp, I am looking for a new husband in 2007. Suggestions?

My NYE was great, although a few people were sick and could not make it out for the fun.
What do you do when you accidentally make out with your co-workers brother? Yikes. At least he is a pilot in the AF so I just figure I was supporting our troops...right?

Sundance is just a couple weeks away and I cannot wait to visit. I am looking forward to the movie Houndog with Dakota Fanning. I get my lottery drawing tomorrow for tickets (1/5) wish me luck.

Hoping you have an AMAZING 2007...yeah, yeah, so I am a little late.

!~!~!~HAPPY NEW YEAR~!~!~!

(Damn blogger and it's inability to upload pictures to my damn blog)

"You want a Christmas Card? I'll give you a Christmas Card...."

2006-12-21T10:18:00.000-05:00

So my coworker B came into my office today (it's his last day before Christmas) and was saying he was surprised I did not send him a Christmas card. I explained to him that I sent out e-greetings to a few work people but I did not mail cards people because it is just too much and I am bound to leave someone out here at work, etc.

Now, B is a flirtatious fellow, married with kids and I know he is harmless. I know he is just kidding around and he will always be the first to comment on some type of boob shirt I am wearing.

My first thought when he said "why didn't you send me a Christmas card" was to think of the Seinfeld episode "The Pick" where Elaine sent out cards with her breast showing.

See it here: "You want a Christmas Card? I'll give you a Christmas Card...."

I Need Your Vote!!!

2006-12-14T10:39:00.000-05:00

My/Our very own Testudo has advanced to the finals of the Capital One Mascot Challenge .

More than 6 million votes were cast to decide the final six, consisting of North Carolina State's Mr. Wuf, Maryland's Testudo, Auburn's Aubie, Western Kentucky's Big Red, Tennessee's Smokey, and Washington State's Butch T. Cougar ...and now Testudo will take on Washington State's Butch T. Cougar in the finals.

The final round (Dec. 11 - 18) determines who gets the ultimate title.Please cast your vote for Testudo at http://www.capitalonebowl.com

Holiday Spirit?!?!

2006-12-11T11:05:00.000-05:00

In an effort to get into the holiday spirit I am actually listening to WASH-FM at work...Christmas music 24-7.

I decorated my house, got my tree and decorated like usual and I was even at my friend's house this weekend while the kids decorated the tree. I am almost done my holiday shopping and nothing. I am still not feeling like it is Christmas. HELP!

Maybe I need to watch my National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation. I hope the parties I have this weekend will help me get into the spirit. If nothing else, the eggnog will make me jolly :)

Update: Thanks Kathryn, this is a start to get me in the spirit!

Party Time...Excellent!

2006-12-08T15:36:00.000-05:00

Last night I went to a party on The Hill. I had a good time. I got to chat with some good people and typical Hill Snobs who are only interested in what you do and how you can help them advance their careers. Of course, I laugh in their face and continued to drink their free booze and eat their free snacks before heading over to Old Ebbitt.

Another reason why I love JM is his partying skills. I know that I definitely could have used a damageman a few times in my day.

Say, like last month when I got so bombed I actually passed out on the metro floor (photo from HML). This is coming from a person who uses purell like it is going out of style. How embarrassing.

Here is to a fun weekend to you all.

What's Going On?

2006-12-07T14:48:00.000-05:00

Long time no blog, sorry. I need to catch up on the lives of K, J,R,D,R,I, etc.

Work
Work has been a little crazy here at the DC office. Right before the holiday break, we had some people let go from my office. Some I was expecting to lose their job with a reorganizing of my not-for-profit organization, but some people were shockers.

One person, who is not only a co-worker but a friend, was let go while she was in Italy for a conference she was working on. Not only did all of the staff back home in DC find out she was let go before she knew herself...she was in a foreign country, with her blackberry cut off. She had no idea what was going on. I felt so bad for her. Now she is doing well and has already started interviewing...I wish you all the best M! I love you.

In this new design of our company, I was moved to a different dept. I expressed my concern with my new director, new SVP and EVP as I was not happy with it. I should have just been happy I can still afford to pay my mortgage - but I do need to look out for my own career. My concerns and problems were address and they hope to have them taken care of. I hope this will be a growth opportunity for me...only time will tell.

Travel

I just returned from a great trip in New York. I still want to live there and I am looking forward to my next trip in a couple months. I need to visit with my college friend D. The woman is a mess without me ;o)

I was in the city with my parents, brother and his girlfriend. We did the usual: saw the Christmas tree, shopped at Macy's, saw Beauty and The Beast, sight seeing, eating, drinking, shopping, more eating and drinking.

I was very excited to hit the Today show. I saw Al, Matt and Beyonce perform a couple songs. I got to meet Anne Curry and Gisele Bündchen. Totally random, I know. My brother had the DVR set so I totally made it on TV. Too bad JM was not there that day...swoon.

It was very cold in NYC, which is why I am wearing a shirt, sweater, huge scarf and thick wool coat. I look like the state puff marshmallow man. I did not care really, I would rather be warm and not so fashionable than these freaks who walk around in 39 degree weather with only a Burberry poncho. Please!

Holiday

Looking forward to a nice Holiday season. The parties are starting and tonight I am going to an event on The Hill. Should be fun. Free drinks and food from the Government cannot be that bad. Shit, I pay my taxes, might as well get a free drink out of it right?

My company Christmas party will be 90 minutes in our conference room. Um, excuse me?!? Whatever....

Misc

Hoping to have more pics from the trip posted soon. That all depends on whether or not my mom can actually figure out how to upload her digital camera pictures. The woman has had an iPod since LAST Christmas and it has never been taken out of the box. Lord help her!

Wishing you all a Happy Holiday season!

Cheers.

Home Depot Ho!

2006-11-14T12:15:00.000-05:00

When I bought my apartment/condo, whatever you want to call it I knew I had to redecorate. It just was NOT my style. I like modern (i.e. west elm) she liked "Country Kitchen." The woman, God bless her, was a mess. When you walked into my place it HAD teal colored trim with matching country flower boarder, white walls and a sign painted on the door that said "Welcome Friends, Home Sweet Home" - that is soooo not Robin. I painted over that shit with the quickness. It did take me a while to finally get settled in and paint the rest of the place.

My bedroom is white with a black wall behind the bed. Don't mind the dead Carebear hanging out on my head board)

I have changed the living room from white walls to Studio Cream with a stadium red wall behind the bar. Put in a sectional sofa that I got a great deal on and I love it.

The kitchen used to have country flowers and fruit, it now has a wine theme (ROADie after all.) The YELLOW appliances have all been replaced with new white ones, thanks to Frank-the-Tank for my housewarming and my Parents for Christmas.

I still need to put in new carpet and figure out what color I want in my office/guest room.

I don't mind painting and doing handy work around the house. My father taught me how to paint, how to put up drywall and all of that fun stuff. I knew all of those Sundays watching This Old House with dad would be useful when my closet exploded and I have to plaster the wall and install a new organizer. See here --->

But for now, I am working on the bathroom. Who would have guessed a space so small can be so annoying. When I moved in I did not worry too much about the bathroom since "Country Kitchen" had just put up wallpaper, new accessories, etc, but of course they were horrible. She had put up wallpaper with a boarder (the woman was obsessed.) It was a seashell theme! Don't get me wrong, I love the beach, but after being there for three years, I cannot stand it anymore.

I finally decided to start tearing it down. It was not the easy peel stuff. After days of wet sponges and scraping, it is finally down. I started painting last night. The color is Ralph Lauren Faded Coneflower. I am going to put up wainscoting to brighten it up a bit. What do you think about this? Too bad that is not my bathroom.

Anyway, I have been busy with this crap. I cannot wait for it to be all over and done with. Then I will probably move and have to do it all over again.

Off Tomorrow

2006-11-09T16:44:00.000-05:00

Thank you Veterans for all you have done and continue to do. You are always in my thoughts.

Bring on the drinks tonight.

XYZ!

2006-11-07T11:19:00.000-05:00

I woke up early this morning so that I could vote at 7 before coming to work.

I am embarrassed to report that I had my fly down while I gave my voter card to the 170-year-old volunteer working the registration area. Nice Robin!

Please get out there and vote today...just make sure your fly is not down.

Too Much Fun?

2006-11-06T16:09:00.000-05:00

I enjoyed myself so much this weekend that it hurts!
Details with photos soon.

Had to Share

2006-11-02T11:53:00.000-05:00

I am still waiting for some pictures to make some posts of my Halloween events as well as the High Heel Race, but I wanted to share this touching photo.

This summer, a family member was killed fighting in Afghanistan. My friend and co-worker just buried her college friend this past Friday. He was killed in Iraq.

My thoughts and prayers are with those fighting every day.

This Weekend

2006-10-27T11:03:00.000-04:00

This weekend is the Marine Corp Marathon.

I know a few people running - I am not one of them. I have said it many times, I am just not a runner. I want to like it and I can't. Give me hip hop class, give me body pump, give me the elliptical for hours on end - just don't make me run. I envy all of you who have the ability and the will power to do it.

I don't even like driving the course the runners have to take - let alone traveling on foot. Good luck to all of those who have trained for several months. I hope the weather is kind.

Saturday also brings Halloween parties. My friend R who I have known since high school is having a party. Went to UMD together, had our first jobs together and I was in her wedding. I am really looking forward to catching up and seeing what everyone is wearing.

The theme of this year's party is "Gangsta" - take it for what you will. The guests are encouraged to come as a gang banger or a mafia hit man. I am going to be married to the mob - with my jersey hair, low cut top and lots of gold jewelry. Think Adriana from the Sopranos. I plan on greeting the hostess with a nice Italian red wine and cannolies :)

Wouldn't we make a fun couple?

2006-10-25T14:53:00.000-04:00

Me and John Mayer - dancing machines.

This is too funny. See it here for a laugh.

Sleep

2006-10-25T13:30:00.000-04:00

Well apparently we are all missing sleep these days.

After many drinks, lots of dancing and a hell of a good time - I am still missing pictures from last night. I will upload them with details of the evening later in the week.
Until then...

High Heel Race

2006-10-24T14:43:00.000-04:00

Yesterday I was off of work with stomach issues. Not sure what that was all about, but I am feeling about 90% better. Good thing because I am looking forward to this evening's festivities.

Tonight is the annual High Heel Race in Dupont. I cannot wait to see what the "ladies" will be wearing this evening.

I hope to have some pictures posted later this week - although I forgot my camera. Maybe I-66 will have some since he went last year. We even had drinks at the same bar and did not even see each other. (Hope you are feeling better!)

Trying to Remember Last Night...

2006-10-20T15:17:00.000-04:00

When you and your friend are both drunk it is hard to remember all of the night. Trying to piece the evening together the next day is always entertaining.
N: Hey! Do you remember that guy J*** (I think) saying how great your boobs were. LOL

R: I was talking to that European guy, I remember something about my breasts being discussed. I asked you what that was all about and you were like "he likes your boobs and your earrings" HA

N: Yeah. I think M*** got pissed I bought the European guy a beer.

R: Whatever, you were like the Unites States Welcome committee ;)

N: I'm friendly.

R: VERY!

Internet

2006-10-19T12:44:00.000-04:00

The internet can be a wonderful thing. I have planned trips, been able to keep in touch with family friends I might not otherwise see, found jobs, recipes, etc. I have known more people who have met their significant others on the internet than not. Odd, but true.
So whenever I get a message from someone on one of the "Friend" sites, I always check it out because you never know who if Mr. Right is just an email away.

Then I get this message from some freakbox:
...
Subject: Hey
"im soo boreeddda "

Seriously? That is the wooing I get? DELETE!

Slang

2006-10-18T14:32:00.000-04:00

Okay, not sure if this will fly or not with today's hipters but H mentioned a new term she heard while we were drinking our VERY strong beverages at dinner.

No Dial Tone (Adj.) - Another term for "off the hook." That drink is so no dial tone.

Will it work? Only time will tell.

Still Drunk

2006-10-16T10:55:00.000-04:00

I think I am still drunk from Friday and Saturday night.

My weekend started off on the right foot. I left work early, met up with Heather before hitting Cubano's in Silver Spring. While we waited for M&E to show up we ordered a mojito and then another. They were the best I have ever had. YUM & YUM!

I hopped on the train and met some friends in K's neck of the woods at Clarendon Grill.
Robin & H...have another drink.

I tried to be a band member singing along with them up front. Then danced with the Captain Morgan guy

Sarah and I got a hat from him and began to wear it around for the rest of the night. Why? I don't know.

Saturday I hopped on the bandwagon to support (RED). I went to the gap for (Product) Red. I got the Hamme(red) shirt....of course! Makes for the perfect hang over pajamas.

Later I hit Annapolis to celebrate Chris' birthday. A limo bus was rented, MANY drinks were poured and Nick was the host with the most. I heart him and the rest of the K family.

Alexis, Matt & I. Too cool for school.

Some crazy girl threw her jacket at Matt and I while we were sitting at a table like "watch this" - meanwhile we did not have a clue who she was. Matt dug through her jacket, found her phone and sent someone a "I want to f*ck you" message. Real nice! It was probably her priest or something. I did not do it - I just watched and laughed. Apparently I was 13-years-old that night.

Nick is too drunk to stay on the couch.
Nick trying to make out with me.

I tried to get some rest after drinking and dancing the night away. Nick is a good cuddle buddy because he is so warm.

After hanging out at the house and being molested...I finally arrived home at about 5:30 AM only to have my mom call me at 8:00 AM to see what time I was heading up to Pennsylvania to be with the family for my grandfather's birthday. (His first b-day since my Nan passed away.) I told her I was planning on leaving at 11:00 and riding with my brother because I just got home 2 minutes ago... Ten minutes later my brother called to find out what time we were heading up there together...can't a girl get some rest?!!?!

Dinner was great with the family. They drive me nuts, but they are mine and I love them.

I had a great weekend. Thanks to all of my friends who made me laugh, cry and almost pee my pants...

I <3 New York (more and more)

2006-10-12T10:31:00.000-04:00

I have discussed it on my blog before, but I want to move to New York. After every trip to the Big Apple, I get pissed off that I never moved there. It is the greatest city on earth. Don't get me wrong, I enjoy DC and Baltimore has my heart...but there is nothing like New York. The city is always alive. I never had bad food or a boring day in NYC. I only had ONE bad experience there, but I will save that story for another day.

My cousin K and I took our mom's and K's sister to New York for our mother's b-day presents. They had never been to New York, so it was exciting to see the city from a first timer's prospective. While we were taking the double-decker bus tour (I think I have been on that thing like 4 times) my mom says "I can see why you always wanted to live here."

We stayed at a great hotel, shopped in SOHO, took the NBC Studio Tour, saw the Statue of Liberty, did some wine and vodka tasting, enjoyed great restaurants and much more.

I met Alex Trebec outside of Radio City Music Hall while he was on the way to filming Celebrity Jeopardy. What I thought was sad was that he was wearing a Jeopardy shirt under his jacket. The poor guy was carrying his own suit to the show (from the Waldorf Astoria) - you'd think he would have an assistant that would do that.

Just for shits and giggles I logged on to Monster.com today to see what jobs were out there and what they were paying. I would not mind leaving DC for twice my salary. Hmmmm...

Looking forward to my next NYC trip in December. Nothing like NYC at Christmas.

Remember That Time...

2006-10-04T12:04:00.000-04:00

Oh. My. God! So I was just e-mailing with H, A & T like everyday and H reminded me of a trip that we took to the beach about 4 or 5 summers ago.

We packed up the jeep and headed to the beach. We got drunk before leaving the house for our evening events, I then proceeded to drink more, makeout with some kid on the dance floor which quickly turned into more and H saved me.

We were later awaken by sex noises coming from the living room. K (and his now wife) were hooking up in the living room. H and I being 5 years old decided to laugh and listen. "Oh K, you are sooooo thick" - meanwhile we all knew what he was really working with in THAT department.

That trip was full of so many good times. I am still laughing so hard about the "dumpster" that I might spit out my water.

Thanks for the stroll down memory lane H!

Why I <3 JCM...

2006-09-29T14:29:00.000-04:00

He says stuff like this...
" I’m only writing what’s on my heart’s front step. "
-John Mayer

Music Makes It Better

2006-09-28T11:10:00.000-04:00

How many times do you hear a song and you think back to a different time and place. When I hear Nelly's "Hot In Herre" I think of a bachelorette party where I started taking my clothes off on the dance floor, got sick on the bus, had my clothes changed twice and cried about E.T. and Roy G. Biv....oh yes. All of that from one little song. When I hear DMB's "Ants Marching" I think of DP. Working at Safeway and laughing my ass off with him.

I could go on and on. I am sure you can hear any song from the 80's, 90's or 2000's and you can immediately think of someone or something. Sometimes good and sometimes bad.

When you are in a bad mood, music can make you better. That is why I was so happy to go see my husband John Mayer on September 3rd with Kathryn. Although the concert was not as long as I had hoped and SC played after JCM, it was still a good concert. He played some old and some new and he makes my heart smile. Granted the picture to the left is not the best, but what could we do? K was working with her camera phone and I needed a picture ;o)

The following Sunday I went to see another great musician play. Ben Harper rocks. He is so talented and I love him. He is hot too...what is it about guys that can play the guitar?

Anyway, the concert was great. Sangria in hand (again) we had amazing seats (well, actually we were standing in the pit) but still, we had a blast. The Verizon girl came to take our picture (right) and the par-tay was on.

The concert started with The Innocent Criminals with Damian "Jr.Gong" Marley ...they were amazing. Then Ben took the stage for a solo encore. Good. Good. Good.

Now, I am sitting at my desk, listening to some John Mayer and Justin Timberlake...you know he's bringing sexy back ;o) HA!

Happy Almost Friday.

Home Sweet Home.

2006-09-27T14:05:00.000-04:00

I guess you never can really appreciate what you have until it is gone. I love my bed, I love my condo, I love driving my car, I love my family, I love my friends, I love my office (I said office, not job) and I love living in this area.

I know I talk about living and working in the DC area all of the time and how it bites. And traffic does sucks assholes 90% of the time, but something is to be said for the way we want to work around here. We get in our cars or get on the train and commute to an office. We put in our 9-5 (and then some) and then we do it all over again.

I recently spent some time in Dallas, TX for work and everything is just SLOW. I ask for something and it takes someone twice as long as if I would have asked for it here. I think the mentality is just more laid back. There is no rush, no sense of urgency. Now, if you are from Texas and you are offended by this, I am sorry. This is just my opinion on the times that I have been there.

I had 2.5 hours to catch my shuttle the last day. I had to go over sponsor shipping for about 25 items and the hotel took its sweet time and the exposition staff took just as long. Is my anal retentiveness and lack of patience tied to my East Coast upbringing? Or am I just a freakbox? Who knows, either way they made my life hell. Luckily, my shuttle driver waited an extra 15 minutes for me to get my sh*t together and check out of the hotel so I gave him a nice tip.

While I was in the hotel, I know I was a bitch. I don't think the hotel worker cared for me when I asked if they had something and she said "no" and I said "I should have guessed...this IS Texas after all." Before you say anything, I do know that was rude. But I was tired, had worked a 16 hour day in heels (not THAT kind of work) and all I wanted was this one item. Oh well. I am back home, back in my office and I can buy as much of it as I want.

Glad to be home and look forward to catching up on your blogs soon.

P.S. Yee Ha! Props to the Texas workers at the Whataburger. They made me a veggie option and they had good fries (oink) and they did not get mad when my coworker ordered $100 worth of food from the drive in via a taxi. ;o)

Do It.

2006-09-12T11:40:00.000-04:00

Buy It.
Listen to it.
Love it.

The Heart of Life...

I hate to see you cry
Laying there in that position
There's things you need to hear
So turn off your tears and listen
Pain throws you heart to the ground
Love turns the whole thing around
No, it won't all go the way, it should
But I know the heart of life is good
You know it's nothing new
Bad news never had good timing
But then the circle of your firends
Will defend the silver lining
Pain throws your heart to the ground
Love turns the whole thing around
No, it won't all go the way, it should
But I know the heart of life is good
Pain throws your heart to the ground
Love turns the whole thing around
Fear is a friend who's misunderstood
But I know the heart of life is goodI know it's good

Take a moment...

2006-09-11T13:54:00.000-04:00

I have been too busy to post anything, but I do have a lot to discuss when I return from business travel in a couple of weeks. However, I did want to stop and remember September 11, 2001. I know it is a day we will never forget.
Happy Birthday A!

Thank God for the Long Weekend!!!

2006-09-01T17:54:00.000-04:00

Last night I hit Mackey's for a couple of drinks while a friend of mine met up for a blind date/happy hour. I think they hit it off, we shall see. I met a guy that worked for the metro. It felt like festivus as I sure did have my airing of the greivensess. One of my questions went a little something like this, "so why does the metro charge me $7.50 for parking if I took the metro into the city, but I was responsible and had a friend drive me back to my car because I park in the hood, when it should only cost me $3.50 because I did take the metro that day?" He said he would look into that. Just so you know, I am not holding my breath.

So the weather sucks monkey balls and I have to leave my dry office, get my car from one garage, move it into my building here, get on the train and go drink with K&A. I think I can handle that. Something tells me that I am going to be drunk tonight...I can feel it in my bones.

Does anyone know when they have become a stalker? John Mayer's middle name is Clayton. That just so happens to be a name that runs in my family. If I was a boy, I would have been Wesley Clate or Wesley Clayton. I think if I were a gay man I would still love him. I know, I know - I need mental help. Maybe I will calm down after the concert on the 3rd. DORK!

Okay people. Have a great holiday weekend, I look forward to reading all about it (between boring work meetings.)

I still love him...

2006-08-31T13:52:00.000-04:00

After my post yesterday about JM and the ditz, I was upset and only listened to the preview of his new album twice (much less than normal.) ANYWAY...I did get an update notification that he updated his blog and well all I can say is that he still makes me swoon.
Check out John's own little way of saying...I ain't datin' that bitch.

Looking forward to the show on Sunday now, more than ever!
Peace out!
-R

Out of Touch...

2006-08-30T14:49:00.000-04:00

So I have been a VERY BAD blogger.

A lot has been going on with work since I have two conferences next month and another one in October. Lots to do and very little time to do it. Doesn't leave much room for blogging or reading other blogs - and for that, I am sorry ;)

Some important things to note:

My cousin D had the cutest little baby boy LJ. I loved him before he was born and I love him even more after visiting. Funny how seeing a little baby, all snuggly and warm, makes the clock tick. I think he came out smiling :) Not so much for D though. I hope you are doing better!!!!

I had to attend a funeral for my cousin's husband. RD Jr. was a specialist in the US Army and was killed August 19th in Afghanistan. His convoy hit a roadside bomb. He was buried in Arlington National Cemetery August 28th. May he rest in peace. Hate the war, but support the troops!!

Sept 3rd, I will be going to the John Mayer Concert with Kat. Thank God she got the tickets because I have been a bad wife to my husband and was slacking. Actually pre-sale was the weekend my grandmother passed away, so some things were a little more important. However, I am happy to see him.

I will say that if the rumor of him and Jessica Simpson is true, I will be devastated. Just like I kicked the Brad Pitt fan club, I will kick John's ass to the curb in a heart beat. I do love him (now) but if he has sunk so low as to date that DUMB BITCH, our relationship is over and I will return all of my items to him AND I will cancel my Local-83 membership. MARK MY WORDS! This just better be publicity for their new albums. Beeotch! The man that I love would not date that trash!

Don't forget to look for Mars on Sunday...suppose to be the size of the moon or some shit.

Is it the weekend yet? I hope you are all well...cheers!

Bitch should have went to Paris!

2006-08-10T10:45:00.000-04:00

Do you watch The Hills on MTV? I do. Even though the people on the show are 10 years younger than me -whatever. Lauren Conrad should have taken that internship and NOT messed around with dirty bird. It did not work out for them anywaysssssssss.

How NOT to get a date...

2006-08-09T13:39:00.000-04:00

THIS POST WAS ASKED TO BE DELETED BY SOMEONE WHO SHALL REMAIN ANON.

Update: Some people have been asking what this was all about. Let me just say, it involved someone from ESPN and a phone call. That's all I can say ;)

Beat The Heat? Not On Metro!

2006-08-03T09:38:00.000-04:00

So we all know it is hot as balls all across this country. But what I get pissed about is the fact that I try to do right by mother nature and ride the metro so that I do not add to the air pollution. Meanwhile, I doubt that my 2004 VW Passat is putting out the emissions of that 1964 hoopty with black smoke coming out of the exhaust that the guy next to me is driving around.

Anyway, Tuesday the ride in was okay, nothing to eventful, same ol' freaks on the train not wearing deodorant. But the ride home was horrible. NO AIR CONDITIONING ON THE TRAIN! I repeat - NO A/C! Now, I did not do my normal bitching about the people stinking or being nasty, because everyone was stinky and nasty. You are piled in there like sardines and we smelled like it too.

Yesterday, the ride in was slow - trains were running on a delay because of the heat. So after a late afternoon meeting I had a message from A informing me that there were major delays on the metro. I left before 5 so that I could get a jump on the crowds.

No such luck. Red line was running smoothly, orange and blue were not. I waited 10 minutes for a train to come, only to miss the next one thanks to Ms. Weave Hair USA coming directly off the escalator, pushing in front of the people waiting for 10 minutes and squeezing into the last spot at the very FRONT of the train. It took all of my strength not to pull her fake hair out.

I waited another 12 minutes for a train to arrive, only to barely get in and go 5 miles per hour. Two hours later I get home. Air conditioning is a wonderful thing.

Today I drove in. Not because I cannot be a sport and take 2+ hours to get home...but a girl has plans and I cannot be crammed up in the 'tro with all of those B.O. folks.

My advise for the train...drink plenty of water and come early and leave late!

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Sad!

2006-08-01T15:48:00.000-04:00

I am so embarassed for him.

Vegas Recap

2006-07-31T11:59:00.000-04:00

Well I had an amazing trip while I was in Vegas. I did not sleep much, but I did eat, drink and be very merry!

Thursday we arrived in Vegas before 10:00 AM. Mandalay Bay let us check in early, so we hit the pool, had some drinks and soaked up the sun. Granted it was 103,923 degrees, but luckily we were able to keep cool in the 6" wading pool. I LOVE IT!

Later we hit Tao in a stretch Hummer courtesy of the bride and groom. Very funny to see all of the tourist take pictures of our ride and hope that someone famous pops out...nope it is just us.
The music was great, the drinks were good a guy I called K-Fed wanted to dance and some guy from Mississippi tried to make friends...too funny. Skeet gave us a good show....backing it up ;o) To avoid a hangover, Heather and I had to have our left over room service - disgusting and totally NOT necessary.

Waking up Friday was not that bad...thanks to the shark channel and some medication(s). We hit the pool, more drinks and more sun. Thanks to my SPF 10 spray I was finally able to get a little color.

Me, Heather and Ang hit the bathhouse spa at THEhotel before dinner. I got the champagne scrub, wrap and massage. H&A got the creme brule. We hit the eucalyptus sauna, I accidentally showed the attendant my left boob and we walked commando back to our room.

Later that night we hit R Bar for dinner, then went to Mix for some great drinks and an amazing view from the 62nd floor. Randomly, the bartender was from MD and went to high school near my house. The best part of Mix is the view of course. I love the bathroom...while you are on the toilet, you are overlooking Vegas...nice. H tried to take a picture, but the reflection did not work out too well.

Then we headed to Forty Deuce - one of my favorite Vegas spots. The music there is always amazing and the performances are awesome and Heather got on the stage...HA! After a very late night we got breakfast ...Heather was sure to tell the waiter that I was a vegetarian...15 times. SERIOUSLY! He was used to drunkards coming in there at all hours of the night/morning, so he was really cool about it.

We did not get much sleep thanks to the loud ass guys next to us who loved to come in at 6:30 am every morning and then scream up and down the hall they they have to take a sh*t - so not cool. Meanwhile they were not even younger guys, they were a bunch of middle aged assholes.

Waking up with hangovers, we are excited for T&G's big day :) WOO WOO! Of course we hit the pool and then start to get dressed. I have no idea where the time went, but someone I managed to leave the hotel room without deodorant or my watch. Thank God Heather is a girl scout and she came prepared. Without lunch in our stomach's we managed to get buzzed at the lobby bar before hitting the chapel.

The ceremony was beautiful, I loved the flowers and dresses. Luckily I JUST turned my phone to vibrate when K sent me a text message about her NYC trip. When the phone vibrated it was next to a can of altoids gum - I was so embarrassed. The reception was great. Table 6 was the party table. Hollerrrrr. The favors were adorable albums and I cannot wait to get my prints so I can fill it.

We danced the night away and went back to the room to change. We later met up with the bridal party and guests at House of Blues. T of course got a lot of attention from random's wishing her well. I have attended four weddings in Vegas and I was in one. It always amazes me how people just randomly come up to you and get all in your business if you are in a wedding gown or bridesmaids dress.

Sunday was much more mellow. Everyone was trying to recover and many of the guests flew back home. But not the MD crew...we still had one more night in Sin City. After more fun in the sun and lots of drinking..again. We headed off for Mexican food where I had to have had the MOST tequila filled drink of all time. I think I was buzzed off the first sip. Then we had our first celebrity sighting...Carrot Top. Okay, so it was not Jen or Vince, but at least we saw someone. I totally would have missed him since I was off to go pee after that strong drink. Meanwhile Heather is like "that's Carrot Top" - and it totally was. I mean, when in the hell did he get so beefy? The hair is still a damn mess, but the body is rockin' and he was all tanned up.

Whatever...on to Forty Deuce again. The doorman let us in for free and gave us a free drink. Now, I have never been a fan of redbull - I think it is too sweet. But for some reason I was getting used to it. I ended up having a few more GG&RB and I was good to go. We made it a fairly early night (before 2:00 AM) so we could get some pool time in the morning.

The MD crew did their last minute errands before going to the best Italian restaurant in Vegas, Piero's. Some very good wine and a huge portion of food we had our bellies full for the red-eye flight home.

We wanted to get a neck pillow for the flight so we hit the brookstone kiosk. The woman working there was a know-it-all and I hate those. She proceeded to tell Heather and I about the lighting in her kiosk...didn't ask crazy - now ring up my pink pillow with matching eye mask...Thanks!

I will tell you that we had THE best place to people watch. Gate B6, right where the moving walkway is. FABULOUS! You get to people watch at twice the pace. And low and behold who is coming down the terminal...WAYNE NEWTON. Now, that may not be a big deal, but on our trip for Ang and Skeet's wedding, we playfully named a guest E "Wayne Newton" - well Heather jokes and says "Here comes E" and then we heard the voice. Totally Wayne Newton!

The flight home sucked, it was hot and crowded and I slept about 20 minutes total. Then I got home only to have a dentist appt at 9:45 AM.

I am still not caught up with sleep, I am still on Vegas time I think. Probably not helped by the late night Happy Hour Thursday night...but once I have pictures of that, I will be sure to share.

Missed you!!!

*for some reason I cannot upload pics on blogger right now...as soon as I can, I will update. Cheers.

Home

2006-07-28T10:16:00.000-04:00

I am home. I am tired. I will post when I have pictures.
HAVE A GREAT WEEKEND!!!!
Cheers,
Robin

Vegas...again.

2006-07-19T11:13:00.000-04:00

Didn't I just write a blog about Vegas?!?!? Well, I am off to Vegas in less than 18 hours...again. I have been working late, skipping lunches, etc just so that I can try to get away for a few days and enjoy my friends, celebrate the marriage of a great couple and just relax. Don't you hate the fact that you have to work more before you leave and more when you get back from a vacation that it is like you really don't get any time off in the first place?!?!

With that said...I am giddy. I CANNOT wait to get out of town. We land in Vegas BEFORE 9AM. I have already planned my pre-flight and in-flight beverages, reading material and comfy plane attire. Less any major problems, we will be by the Mandalay Bay Beach pool by 10 AM.
It is hot as balls outside in DC, so it is not that I am looking forward to escaping the cold weather to enjoy the pool like I did a couple February's ago. I am looking forward to the shark channel at MB - oh how I have missed you.

The last time I was in Vegas I was at TI and Stardust and we all know how that last trip turned out. I mean, work was work and the trip with my friends was amazing at first..until one couple had to go and f*ck it all up for the rest of us. What a great day we had up until that hell hole.

I am chatting with H and A via email and we are all excited like we are going to King's Dominion...or like that kid in the Disney ad..."I'm too excited to sleep." We are trying to figure out how many celebs we will see this trip. I am really hoping that Vince and Jen will be at MB and we can spot them at Forty Deuce. Not that I would be all up on them or anything, but I am just saying, I would not mind being in the background of a National Enquirer picture...okaaaaay!

Wishing you all a great time while I am gone. "Stay cool my babies" - C.O.

Potty Mouth

2006-07-18T12:48:00.000-04:00

I have a horrible potty mouth. Sometimes I say something and do not even realize I just "f*ck" - it flows like a river. I know it is not attractive for a lady to have a mouth like a pirate. I have tried to stop, but I just cannot help myself.

B's kids love when I come over because they give me the hot sauce when I say a bad word. In fact, last week Holly said to me "Rah-Rah, I did not even have my earmuffs on when you said that."...the kids are learning.

After reading Rachael's blog today, it reminded me of what my Godson said this weekend.

B and I were sitting at the table, catching up and sharing family gossip and watching Cyrus play with the two new gerbils they got a couple weeks ago. He is digging around in the aquarium, moving around their house, treats etc. Suddenly we here him say "you better stop, you are pissing me off" (or something to that effect.) Me being a potty mouth and the spoiling Madrina - I hide my laughter by looking away. B gets in full Mom mode and corrects his language and the use of big people words. I am so not ready to be a mom...yet :o)

Thank You!

2006-07-17T10:18:00.000-04:00

Words cannot express how grateful I am to all of my friends, family and fellow bloggers who have sent their kind words of sympathy the past couple of weeks.

It was not easy to lose someone who meant so much to me and my family. It was with the support of my friends and family that have helped me get through this difficult time.
From the bottom of my heart....
THANK YOU!

With that said...I am going to Vegas this week. AGAIN! :) I am thinking of buying a place out there and renting it when I am not in town. Hmmm.

2006-07-07T09:44:00.000-04:00

I'M FREE

Don't grieve for me, for now I'm free
I'm following the path God laid for me.
I took His hand when I heard him call;
I turned my back and left it all.
I could not stay another day,
To laugh, to love, to work or play.
Tasks left undone must stay that way;
I found that place at the close of day.
If my parting has left a void,
Then fill it with remembered joy.
A friendship shared a laugh, a kiss;
Ah yes, these things, I too will miss.
Be not burdened with times of sorrow
I wish you the sunshine of tomorrow.
My life's been full, I savored much;
Good friends, good times, a loved ones touch.
Perhaps my time seems all to brief;
Don't lengthen it now with undue grief.
Lift up your heart and share with me,
God wanted me now, He set me free.

In memory of S.D.C.
God Bless you Nana!

I hope they recycled

2006-06-30T10:47:00.000-04:00

I am sure you have all heard of the mentos and diet coke explosion. Take a look at this - Funny Stuff.

Wishing you all a happy and healthy loooong holiday weekend.

Nan Update:
Thanks to everyone for the well wishes. My Nan is doing a lot better!

Getting Old Sucks.

2006-06-29T12:11:00.000-04:00

My Nana is in the hospital. I visited her on Sunday in PA. She was scheduled for surgery on Monday for a blocked artery and they said she had a mild heart attack. She was rushed to a cardiac medical center outside of Baltimore. I got a call from my cousin yesterday saying she had another episode. They are running tests. She is still there and I will visit here again today.
While I was visiting with her last night I was rubbing her feet...she had a swollen ankle and did not say anything to the doctor because she was hoping to get out of there as soon as possible. Of course I tell the nurse. Her room is hot, yet her arm is cold and hurts...she says nothing to the doctor. I inform them. I told her I would rather her be at the hospital a few days longer than she wants to, instead of coming back again in a month. She's stubborn!

Say a good thought for a speedy recovery.

My thoughts also go out to A who lost her Nana this week. To H who lost a great grandmother last week and to N who lost her grandfather this week. Losing a loved one is always hard.
I cannot think about the loss of my Nana. She is the best!

How To Get The Guy

2006-06-27T09:57:00.000-04:00

Okay, who among us is watching this show? Raise your hands. I am and I like it. I find myself relating to some of the mistakes that these ladies make.

This week (week three) the show was about stop wasting your time. I do that all the time. I talk to people to be nice, because I would hate for someone to NOT talk to me. I have to remember to only flirt "with the guys who give you butterflies" ...and I have not met any of those lately. Hmmmf.

HTGTG also discussed the Three-strike rule. I am a FIRM believer in this rule. I have stopped seeing people over the three-strikes and you are out rule. I also have learned to make three attempts at returning calls, emails, etc. If I don't hear back - NEXT!

I am considering week two's plan of the online dating. I just don't know about that again. I sometimes think it would be easier than standing around the same bar every Thursday night waiting for Mr. Right Now to come along. I know so many people who have met online, I am just not sure if that's for me.

The girl I relate to the most is probably Kris. She is the party girl that grew up in Columbia, MD. I think one of my favorite lines from the show was on the first episode when they were talking about how great she is but she needs to bring the drinking in a little. It was something to the effect of..."You are so smart, funny and charismatic...FOUR drinks ago." Hmmm, Kris and I would get along juuuuust fine.

So which singleton do you relate to?

DONE!

2006-06-26T11:24:00.000-04:00

Commute was 2.5 hours this morning.
The end.

Still Sleeping...

2006-06-23T11:15:00.000-04:00

When should you just stay up all night and not go to bed? If you are only going to get three hours of sleep do you just bite the bullet and stay up or do you pray that you get a full 180 minutes of deep sleep?
Last night I got home around 2:45 am and my alarm was set for 6 am for my recent early gym visits. Well, 6 am came mighty early - I snoozed. With the storms last night in the area, I did not get the full 180 minutes I had hoped, so when the buzzer went off at 6:09 am - I snoozed again. Who makes up these snooze times anyway? Some are 15 minutes, some are 9, some are 7. Who decides that 9 more minutes of sleep will be good? I never am able to fall right back to sleep when I hit the snooze button - I usually get back to sleep at the 8th minute leaving me with 60 seconds of shut-eye before that damn buzzer goes off again. DAMN YOU ALARM CLOCK!

I did not make it to the gym. In fact, I was late to work - I snoozed for over an hour. So really if I snoozed an additional 10 times, I figure I got a good 185-ish minutes of sleep. Last night was worth it though. Always great to be surrounded by those who can make you smile :)

DMB on Saturday - very good times.

Get A Life!

2006-06-22T13:22:00.000-04:00

Last night I was catching up on my DVR...Bon Jovi on Oprah and Angelina Jolie on Anderson Cooper 360. While I was watching the Anderson Cooper (who is so hot to me for some reason) program, I was also reading my most recent OK! magazine. What have I become? Am I obsessed with celebrity? I did just buy my TEAM ANISTON shirt, but I do give props to Angelina for bringing attention to causes that do not get more than a 15 second blip on the news.

I miss watching my E! daily news everyday, so I have to catch up on the weekend edition. I am currently in love with Jen and Vince. I think I am emotionally invested in their relationship (loser.) I love that Nicole and Keith sent beer to the photogs and I am starting to believe the rumors that Jennifer Lopez may be preggers...or is it like B says..."Marc is just so small, that when she stands next to him, she just looks fat". Probably true. He really does need to eat something. And what is really going on with Mariah Carey and her weight loss and the cayenne Pepper water diet that Beyonce was on...

In my defense I do watch national and local news, read the newspaper and try to be current on most world events....like USA losing to Ghana (sigh) But come on..these people are so good at being themselves you could not even write this script.

Stop Pulling the Ponytail.

2006-06-21T12:07:00.000-04:00

Yesterday I had a ponytail at work. I was running late yesterday morning after the gym and did not feel like doing my hair and it is hot as balls and humid out.

So when three people (men) at work pulled my ponytail in a joking manner it was annoying. I thought it was a little odd. Why do men do this? Isn't that a bit much?

Women don't go around pulling on ponytails unless we are fighting...then it becomes a good tool.

Recovered

2006-06-20T10:35:00.000-04:00

I have finally recovered from my Thursday night birthday/Happy Hour celebration.

The evening started off with a pitcher of sangria followed by another pitcher of sangria...I knew it would be a long night.
Someone spilled a pitcher of margaritas (that I was not drinking) but I felt the urge to save the jesus juice and start drinking it from a skinny straw.

I met a man that I decided to marry. He is hot and gay (of course) so we will get married and have kids...turkey baster of course. Our children will be adorable.

Several more pitchers of sangria later, the gang decides to leave the mexican restaurant and head to the bar down the street. We were only suppose to have ONE drink, ONE shot and picture with the owner (business partner to my ex's brother, but WHATEVER with that.) One shot, drink and picture turned into I don't remember how many shots, at least two drinks and more embarrassing pictures than I care to admit.

You know the night is going well when you decide to play the air guitar and sing into beer bottles, make drunk phone calls to your friend and coworker who did not make it out with your group then pose like you are from the Wessssst Side.

After leaving the bar I headed for the train. Can someone tell me why the metro closes so early during the week? DUMB! Anyway, I had to take a cab home and that is not cheap. I did have the best cab driver who was very nice and asked me several times if we could stop for a drink...um, sir I have had too many drinks, that is why you are driving me home...maybe next time ;)

I guess step 1 is admitting you have a problem?!?! :o) Good times had by all. Another HH is planned for this Thursday...but I will be on water. HA.

It's noon already?!?!

2006-06-16T12:04:00.000-04:00

I am hungover and will post a recap once the other drunk photographer uploads her pics.

What To Wear?!?

2006-06-15T10:46:00.000-04:00

My friend T loves the show What Not To Wear. She even had Kathryn write into the show to try and get her to be on it. I know what NOT to wear to a wedding...white. What I need to know is what DO I wear? I could use the style gurus help right about now.

MSN had this summer wedding fashion guide. With these weddings fast approaching I need to start the dress shopping. I always wear black so I am looking for something different. Here are some dress styles I had in mind to look at this weekend.

Which one is your favorite?

Dress 1: Glamorous Deep V-Neck Dress
Glamorous deep V-neck dress in soft, polyester mesh over a nude nylon lining. Flattering shirring and softly pleated skirt add to the drama.

Robin's comments: like the cut (deep V-neck and all) but I am not sure how the mesh cover will be.

Dress 2: Halter Dress with Brooch
Perfect for your night of enchantment. Graceful tea length, A-line styled halter has chiffon tie at waist adorned with a lovely brooch.

Robin's comments: I love the color, not sure how the brooch will look in person though.

Dress 3: Possibility aqua crinkled silk cap sleeve dress

Robin's comments: Again, I like the color, something different, but I am not too sure about that crinkle silk.

Dress 4: Nicole Miller

Robin's Comments: I like this dress, but for some reason the picture would not copy into blogger. Love the ruby color, but not the cut at top.

Okay, so do you have any suggestions? No black or white but would do black and white, no backless and no strapless.

*Ass

All of Me...

2006-06-14T10:29:00.000-04:00

Walking down the metro escalator after work the difference in pressure made the wind blow the front of my skirt up. I placed my bag in front of me thinking that would prevent the wind from blowing it up...it worked. Then another wind gust came and the back of my skirt flew up and my ass was shown to the world. At first I thought no big deal, I am not wearing a thong - until I remembered I was wearing nude sheer panties.

MORTIFIED x 100.

Damn this ATL skirt.

...and we're back.

2006-06-13T09:38:00.000-04:00

Friday Night

I left work early to enjoy some beverages at a local establishment. I bitched with some coworkers for 3 hours and downed more ciders than I should have before hitting the blog happy hour. It was a pleasure to meet you all and finally put a face to the words on the screen. Kat, 2 weeks until DMB - woo woo!!!

I drank and danced more than my nasty humid-hair could allow and ended up with a blister on my foot - how the hell did that happen? I had good intentions, I brought my camera, but only managed to take 2 pictures.

I think I talked to J for like an hour about my opinion on this. Meanwhile, I have never met the guy before, but R.O.A.D. (Robin on a drink) can give her $0.02 plus another dollar worth at least.

Chatted with Elmo (or Furby, haven't decided yet) on the ride home and drank more wine once I got home - totally unnecessary.

Saturday = more wine?

So the alcoholic (that would be me) awoke on Saturday. Did some errands, caught up on some DVR...finally got to see the final episode of Big Love.
I had not seen my Goddog in a while, so I was happy to see her and bring her a treat. Walked with T before H joined us for a bottle of wine...before we left to go eat and drink more wine.

I LOVE wine. We are already planning our next trip to this place. I cannot tell you where it is because I don't want more people to go...it is already hard to get in HA!

Just so you know...the sun burns.

Ouch. After spending time at my parents house on Sunday, helping my dad take the cover off of the pool, I realized I had not reapplied my lotion. It was only like 70 degrees out and I did not notice that my flesh was burning...real nice.

I could not sleep Sunday night because of the pain.So I was off of work yesterday, trying to stay moisturized and prevent my skin from peeling. I look like a lobstaaaahhhh.

And the countdown begins.

Next month there are a few things that I need to look nice for...my friend is coming to town which means I will see the man that is so much of an ex he is a Y according to B. But still...he will bring ugly girl if he is still dating her and I want to look better than her. Because I am a caddy woman and that is all I have to say about THAT!

Also I have a wedding that same weekend and T's wedding in Vegas the end of July. The drinking must be curbed (sigh) and the 2 hour workouts have to begin. Get it together Robin! Rog, how did the not drinking work for you?

Welcome Back (continued)

I get this text message while on the train today:

D: Did you buy angels and airwaves yet?

R: No, not yet. Will try to get it today.

D: Song 10 is dedicated to you.

Why does he do this? Call me. Pick up the f*cking phone and let me hear your voice. Don't dedicate songs to me via text message and a CD I do not own yet.

Currently spending my day...

2006-06-09T13:41:00.000-04:00

Preordering Laguna Beach Season 2 and the MTV Pilates DVD so that I can return Ang's that I have had for 392,323 years. I wonder sometimes if I will still watch my MTV shows when I am in my 50's. I hope so. I will be the coolest Nana in town...beeotches.

Considering ordering this $160 shirt (in blue) from Burberry.com that I will only wear once and then get a stain on it. I am probably better off ordering this one.

Trying to figure out if I am going to PRIDE on Sunday to meet up with J and M. If I do go, I have to call N, although he has informed me not to call him before noon as he needs his beauty sleep. (See I surround myself with drunken enablers.)

I am discussing with my cousin D all the things she needs before the baby comes this summer. I cannot wait to meet the new edition to the clan. One thing is for sure, he will be a big-headeon like the rest of us.

What are you doing??? Other than reading this boring post?

Update 3:09PM
You know that it is bad when you get this mass email sent out to the entire staff. enjoy!

To: ALL *** STAFF
Subject: MISSING CHIP BOWL
Would the person who removed the chip container that was in the L-1 kitchen today return it to ******'s office. Thank you.

...who is actually taking a crappy chip bowl that has day old chips in it from yesterday's luncheon? God, this day will never end!

Let the drinking begin...

2006-06-09T10:18:00.000-04:00

Yesterday at work we had an all staff luncheon. I was not aware that I would be getting a service award. I was dressed in a shirt that had my boobs sort of hanging out. Not on purpose, it was clean and I am always running late, so I put it on. In my defense I did have a cami on under it, but that too was cut low. So not only do I have to go up there in front of all of the staff, the president of the association cannot even ATTEMPT my last name, then sees me and my boobs - I was so embarrassed.

Because of the 2 hour luncheon, I had to work late last night. I went home, made some morning star products for dinner, then caught up on my Oprah and E! gossip and then I went to the gym. For the millionth time they have Something About Mary playing in the cardio room - fine, whatever. It is better than some of the nonsense they play in there at that hour. I think they are happy it is after 9PM they just pop in any R rated DVD...whether or not it sucks ass.

I did not sleep well the night before so as soon as I got home I took a TPM and had a hot shower. I got out and realized that I should probably have 1/2 a glass of sangria...to help me sleep. (Alcoholic?) I mean, I did just have a HALF of a glass.

Anyway, I woke up early thinking I would get some pilates in this morning - no such luck. The TPM was still in my system and I could not get my lazy ass out of bed until 7:00.

I get in the car to hit the metro...left the front passenger side window down last night. It rained. Uggg.

Wait 8 minutes for a train to come...no passengers. Another 8 minutes passes for the next train to come. So now I am really late for work, but at least I have the book Ang lent me to keep me company.

I get to work and all I can think about is the fact I will be drinking with my coworkers soon and then hitting another blog HH...finally!

Who ARE YOU?

2006-06-08T09:59:00.000-04:00

So there is this guy that comes to the kitchen on our floor and drinks our coffee. Make your own damn coffee! Besides, I have never seen you in meetings and I have no idea who you are other than the guy that takes drinks our coffee. Who are you?

He scares me. He has that Chester Molester look to him. Our lobby is Fort Knox (as are most DC office buildings) so I know he has to work here or he is a consultant, but still.

Each floor is provided* the same pre-measured packages of OK tasting coffee. We make our own coffee for our floor. Then when I go in there for my 4th cup of the day I have to make another batch because Chester Molester has stolen all of the coffee. I cannot stand you coffee thief!

*I have to note that we have someone that works in our building that is SUPPOSE to stock all of the kitchens with the supplies. The old girl quit to go work for a "Government Official" on The Hill. So we have this temp filling in. She is not the sharpest knife in the drawer. She acts like she owns the place. She tells people how to do their job. "Oh I am sorry temp girl, did I ask you? No...now go stock the coffee because Chester drank it all."

I heard from a very reliable source that she announced in a meeting that she was going to start coming in a little later (10 AM) because she is really tired from all of this work and needs to get her beauty rest. WHAT, who says that? WHO ARE YOU? You are the temp. Meanwhile, her boss is worthless and lets her get away with that because SHE doesn't do anything either. Let me just tell you, that girl could sleep for weeks and would not get enough beauty rest. She comes up to my floor and uses the lady's lounge (where the women who have just had babies go to pump their boobs - sorry to gross you out.) Anyway, she goes in there with her cell phone for 20-30 minutes at a time to make personal phone calls. (Says the person spending time on her blog.)

This chick has the biggest balls of anyone I know. Who just starts a job, demands later hours and takes breaks when she damn well pleases? I wish she worked in my dept, I would kick her ass out on the street...AFTER she stocked my coffee and paper towels.

Do I have Intermittent Explosive Disorder ?

2006-06-07T10:13:00.000-04:00

I don't think I have this disorder. I think I just have stupid people driving all around me that make me want to make my life miserable.

Yesterday I had to drive into work because I was brining in gifts and a balloon to a coworker for her birthday. I did not want to be on the train and be that annoying person with all of that shit getting in people's way. On the way home I decided to take note of some of the things that come out of my mouth...all the while I am singing along to my Brushfire Fairytales CD.

I have the right of way, thank you very much!
Move it! F*cker!
Hurry up New Jersey!
Turn already....(honking horn)
Get in your own lane, Dick.
F*ck you and your honor student.
Jesus fish...you drive like that and you have a Jesus fish on your car?
OLD TERD!
Get over, GET over, GET OVER
Penn State SUCKS.
Well hello there Mr. hot guy (smile)
You have a porshe - use it!
You've got to be kidding me.
STOP throwing shit out of your window.
Go back to Texas and drive like that. (sorry Dan)
Is that kid falling out of that tree?
Great, my nosy neighbors are outside.

Welcome Back

2006-06-06T12:09:00.000-04:00

So last night I received a voicemail from a guy I have not talked to in months. The last I heard from him, I sent him a happy birthday message in December via text. He lives further out in VA now and we are just not as close as we used to be.

I loved him. I was not in love with him, but I loved him. He was my best male friend. The closest guy friend I ever had, including boyfriends. He knew everything about me and I knew everything about him. He called me Buttercup and I called him Sunshine...such dorks. My A/C was broken and it was 100 degrees outside, my car was blocked in and I could not leave so he came to pick me up and take me for ice-cream. He was THAT guy!

Then things just fizzled, as some friendships can do. It is not that you want them to, but people get married, move, get new jobs, get new friends, find new interests, have kids...life just happens.

A couple of months ago I heard a song that reminded me of him, so I tried to call his cell. His cell phone number was not his anymore. It made me sad. He used to always play that song for me.

He helped me get over the guy I dated in college, who cheated on me, got some girl pregnant and married her. (Bitter party of 1 - HA!) It was like he knew when I was sad, because out of nowhere I would get a voicemail from him that was him singing on my cell phone, or he would be driving down the road playing me a song or was writing a song he wanted me to hear.

I have missed him...a lot. But then I have gotten used to him not being a part of my life. Then he calls. I have not called him back...yet. Oh how I have missed you "Sunshine."

When you are with your best friend....

2006-06-05T10:06:00.000-04:00

Thursday night I had a hellish commute. What normally takes an hour, took 2.5 hours. Delays on the train, accident on Rt. 50 and a partridge in a pear tree.

I called to tell B I was going to be late for the gym. Fifteen minutes later she calls me back saying she has had a horrible day and needs a drink.

We skipped the gym and I bought a gallon of margarita mix and tequila. Mexican food, tequila and your best friend since elementary school - that is all you need to get through the tough times.

The dog ate my shoe, I was walking around in just my slip because we had to throw my skirt in the dryer twice since drinks were spilled on it, and I did not get much sleep - but it was all worth it. We talk about the good times, the bad times and the "WHO DOES THAT?" times.

Liquor Store Stop: $35
Chewed up shoe: $50
Spending the evening bullshitting with your BFF: Priceless
For everything else, there's your best friend.

Love you B!
"PLEASE STOP THAT"

Dear Washington Tourists

2006-06-01T09:28:00.000-04:00

Mr. and Mrs. John Doe
123 Main Street
Anywhere, State 12345
USA

Dear Mr. and Mrs. John Doe,

Let me be the first to welcome you and your family (consisting of three ill-behaved, screaming children) to the great Washington, DC metropolitan area.

Please be sure to take in all the Smithsonian Institution has to offer. Enjoy our diverse neighborhoods and international cuisine. Please take part in many of our historic tours and visit the numerous memorials and government buildings.

We have a small request for you during your stay. For the love of GOD and all that is holy – DO NOT use the mass transit system between the hours of 7:30-9:00 AM and 5:00-6:30 PM Monday through Friday. You are really pissing off the people that HAVE to use this system to get to and from work. Most of whom are U.S. Government employees that are making sure (well sort of) that this country is running and your taxes are being put to good (hmmm?) use.

If you have any questions regarding this letter please contact WMATA (http://www.wmata.com/) and tell them to run more trains during the times stated above. Then…and only then, will you be welcomed into our mass transit system.

Enjoy your visit! Now get your f*cking kids under control.

Regards,
Robin

Robin Worldwide
President
Welcome Wagon

It's a fine day...

2006-05-31T09:29:00.000-04:00

Like Miss Jane says, "it's going to be a fine day." (no, I am not on drugs this morning...yet)

I had a great workout at the gym last night, which made me sleep well, which made me wake up before the alarm, which made me arrive for my train on time, which was NOT late... finally. That allowed me to stop and give a very thankful homeless man some food*, which made me feel better about myself and VERY thankful for what I have. Then I walked into my office and the air conditioning is working.

How great is that?

Not only have all these great things going for me today...but tonight starts The Hills on MTV. Yes, I am aware that I am 10+ years older than these people, but I love LC and I wish her well and I look forward to watching the show. H&J even gave me the first season of LB for my birthday...dork that I am.

If I were vacationing at Lake Tahoe... life would be perfect! :o) Happy Hump Day everyone.

*Want to help?

Hey, at least it is not Monday.

2006-05-30T14:37:00.000-04:00

So it is hot as balls outside. The air conditioning in my building is not working properly. They HOPE to get it taken care of as soon as possible. Meanwhile I am looking up new bras on VS because I had some issues this weekend. I have no interest in working at all.

I wish life could be as simple as it was when I was 10-years-old. Back in the day before our elementary school had air conditioning we used to be sent home when it was too hot for the children to work. Those small fans in the corner did not do much to cool us down. So we would just go home and play outside in the heat.

I wish I knew someone with a Slip N Slide, right now :)
I would not mind being poolside with an alcoholic beverage either. I tried these this weekend and they are wonderful. Red Grapefruit is my favorite.

You crack me up!

2006-05-26T15:42:00.000-04:00

A male friend of mine emailed me asking me for dating advice** (since I seem to have such great long lasting relationships?!?!)

AN-Y-WAY..this is what he wrote....Thanks KF!

"I can't tell if she's trying to give me a hint that's she's not
interested or if she'sjust too shy to say somethin'. sometimes i'll think shes
interested,but othertimes not. this is quite the project pornie*, that's why
I thought you might be able to help. c'mon now, I don't come to you with the
simple stuff. if I just wanted to tag the sl^t from media, then that'd be a no brainer. this is a job for a relationship guru such asyourself. you don't invite lance armstrong out for a bike ride in the park do you? heck no, you only bring him out for the tour de france!that's why I called upon
you woman! now show me somethin'!"

I don't think I am the lance armstrong for relationships - but it was something that made me laugh.

*Don't ask how he gave me that nickname!
**"friendly grammatical ass"

Driving Vs. Public Transportation

2006-05-26T10:05:00.000-04:00

Even with gas prices out of control and the effects driving has on the environment, I would rather drive most days but don't. The metro system in DC is adequate at best on most days, it is crowded and the people are so rude.

Yesterday I took the train into work. The train was late in the morning, making me late for my transfer and thus late for work. The ride home the train was on time, but crowded and did not have air conditioning. At metro center I decided to let the pregnant lady ahead of me, giving her better odds of getting a seat on the train. It is hot and I do not want to stand - let alone having to have a human growing in side of you...give the pregnant lady a seat. But no. Some jerkoff butts in front of me and the pregnant lady taking the last remaining seat on the train. I gave him "the look" and said "RUDE" - he pretended I did not exist.

I had to remain standing for the 14 stops to my final destination. I did not mind, I don't care - you burn the same calories sitting or standing. What I cannot stand is the fact that people do not wear deodorant. For the love of God and all that is holy - PLEASE wear deodorant/antiperspirant.

Just like Kyra Sedgwick says in the the movie "Singles" - people just love their cars. My car is great. I have my CDs, I have my comfy seat and it takes me just about the same amount of time to get to/from work.

The only thing that keeps me from getting that monthly parking pass for the garage next to my building is the environment. Take a look at this (click on see the trailer.)

Have a great holiday weekend. Whoooooooo's going to Annapolis tonight and having lots of drinks??!?!? (ME!)

DAMN YOU Cingular.com!

2006-05-25T11:35:00.000-04:00

I need to upgrade my phone. I had to get rid of my old Nokia (my bestestestest phone EVER) when Drunky McDrunkerson (that is me for those who are new to the blog) decided that she needed to stand in the pouring rain at the Jack Johnson concert with T & C. Meanwhile, there is a tornado warning but God forbid I leave my phone in the car, I might be getting a drunk dialer (from who knows who at the time.) After the concert the 4 and the 6 button did not work on the phone and there was water in the screen. Damn mess.

Anyway....what was I talking about? Oh yes, cingular. I keep trying to go on the website. H told me she just upgraded her phone and I wanted to check out what they have on there now...and the damn site keeps crashing on me. What the hell is going on? I can get to the log-in screen and then that stupid bouncing guy goes up and down and then the explorer screen just closes.

I need to get a phone that has a camera so that I can have better documentation of my evenings*. Hurry up cingular.com!

*Thanks to Dan for pointing out the error in my blog. Ass! :o)

Always looking out for you...

2006-05-24T15:42:00.000-04:00

From the Wino in me to the wino in you!

Love it.

"I'm just the scopes guy"

2006-05-24T10:26:00.000-04:00

So I had not talked to my friend B all weekend. She took the kids to the beach for what was suppose to be a relaxing weekend away.

B goes into her story about how the weekend started off...

She and her step-mother-in-law load up the kids and the $900 worth of beach supplies then they are off to the kite place. The beach is beautiful. It is 9:00 AM, the sun is shining, there is a breeze in the air... and a loud scream of "HELP!" coming from the rocks.

She tells her step son to run to the kite place and call 911. Her mother-in-law gets on her cell phone and B gets into the $900 worth of supplies to get something to help this young woman who is crashing into the rocks on her boogie board. She cannot get up on the rocks, her legs are bleeding from hitting them, and B is crawling on her hands and knees trying to help her.

In the distance she sees a David Hasselhof-like man running in his red shorts toward her. This is just the help she needs, she thinks. B starts screaming "Help me" to Hasselhof...and what is his response:
"I'm just the scopes guy!"

WHAT? You mean to tell me that you are trying to take a picture and scope this shit? Get your skinny ass overt there and try to help.

Not too much longer,Magnum P.I. shows up - at least that is what I called him since B said he was wearing khaki shorts and a Hawaiian shirt. I mean, when I am stuck on a boogie board crashing into rock that is exactly who I want to show up...Magnum P.I. and Scopes Guy.

Fire and rescue come and the girl is taken care of and no so much of a Thank You is given to B for saving that beeotch from the water. She just left and did not say thanks. I would have found her skinny non-swimming self and thrown her back in the water. RUDE!

To top off the day (all before 10 AM mind you) B hears her son (my godson) scream "DOOOOOOG." Apparently, much like Wilson in Cast Away, Dog was being swept out to sea when a wave took him. One of the rescue guys raced out to save Dog and all is right in the world. Thank God!

Me and My Nana

2006-05-22T14:01:00.000-04:00

This weekend (other than getting drunk Saturday) I visited my grandparents in PA. The trip was nice considering my grandfather (Pop) only asked me once when I was getting married.

But...there is nothing like a Nana. My Nan is the best.

I only have one set of grandparents left. Both of my mom's parents passed away. My Pop died when I was seven. My Gram was like a second mother to me, she lived with my family until she passed my senior year in high school. It was very hard to lose someone so close. I still wear a ring she gave me almost every day.

There is something special about a child and their grandmother. They have been through so much, they can teach you about life and do it all with a smile. They are you mom, but more fun. They don't care that you did not eat all of your dinner - you can still have a cookie.

My Nan had been ill and not really herself the past year or so. Seeing her this weekend was great. It was like I was 10 again. We played cards, she told me stories, we looked at old pictures and she made me cheese and crackers. I love my grandparents, especially my Nana and could not imagine my life without them.

Großmutter, Abuela, Grand-mère, Nonna, Avó, الجده, 祖母 , 할머니 , 外婆 , Grandmother...no matter the language - the love is the same.

I AM NOT A PRUDE...

2006-05-19T17:00:00.000-04:00

I have finally been able to finish this posting about the ending of my Vegas trip...so here it goes.

Anyone who reads my blog knows that I am not a prude by any means. I am open to just about everything. Name it and I have probably done it or have considered it. However, when I was in Vegas someone said that I had a problem. Now let me give you the back story....

This couple K&K came out to Vegas, there was a total of 10 of us who went out for the evening. My friend C's 30th birthday was the next day, so we went out Saturday into Sunday to celebrate. The day started off with a magic show (hey, it's Vegas) then we went to an early dinner, had a drink at the hotel, went to Luxor to see the topless show Fantasy, followed by drinks and gambling. Then the evening began to get shady. We were trying to figure out what to do next. During the 3-4 days the 10 of us were out there we did not really go to any clubs. I wanted to head to Pure since it is one of my favorites, but drunk white trash K wanted to go to see (in her words) "more nudity" - fine, let's go to a classy establishment...Scores. Naked women dancing around, get your jollies and have a good time?

OH NO! We went to the most disgusting place on the face of the earth. I have been to gentleman's Clubs in DC, Baltimore, New Orleans and Vegas...this was by far the TRASHIEST place I had ever seen. The place is Sin...perfectly named. You walk in and they did not charge a cover for the guys in our group (problem #1); as you walk in there is a redneck vomiting off the couch (problem #2); we are taken to the VIP area and there are towels laying on the couch for men to "clean up" (problem #3); then there is that powder stuff that they use to clean up bodily fluids all over the place (problem #4). I think I just vomited thinking about it.

We tried to suck it up, thinking that if this is what they want their Vegas experience to be, so be it. I did not want to sit down, but when K (wife) ordered two dancers to give lap dances to her husband (K) and C - the birthday boy...I knew we would be there for a while. I sat with 1/8th of my butt on a chair that appeared to have been semi clean. P did not sit at all..."um, I think I will stand" - smart move on his part. His wife (my cousin) sat down with her martini and we just looked like snooty snoots in the place. I am sorry, but I am game for some T&A in Vegas...but NOT THERE!

Because K (the wife) did not specifically ask for girls, they send the ugliest, biggest women I have ever seen. They were like 6'2" ghetto fabulous girls. They were manly looking - think Williams Sisters, only NOT nearly as lady-like.

B wanted to go and frankly, so did we so we headed out. While waiting for a cab I was chatting with my cousin and out walks dirty K&K. I have an exchange that goes something like this:

K (wife): Let's go see more nudity.
All: Um, I think we are good for the night I had so much fun. I love it, makes me want to lick my fingers (she says while fake licking her fingers)
Robin: That was the most disgusting place I have ever been in. If you put your fingers in your mouth I will vomit
K (wife): Robin, the bathrooms you go into have more germs in them than that place
Robin: I doubt it, but I also wash my hands when I go to the bathroom, use a paper towel to exit and I use purell. That place was gross.
K (husband): Robin, shut your mouth. Go talk your f*cking bullshit somewhere else.

(Robin thinks in her head: OH NO THAT M*THER F*CKER DID NOT... )

Robin: Let me tell you something. No one wanted to be in that f*cking hell hole and we went in there because we wanted to be as a group. I was not judging your lifestyle or the fact that you wanted to go in there. (Robin waves the cab) You are a f*cking asshole! (Robin, her cousin and husband get in the cab. Slam the door and roll out!)

I am very upset at that point. I then proceed to tell the cab driver that I do not need to see anymore titties in Vegas...I have my own. I wake up every morning and see a pair, why should I go out there and spend time and money on that...puh-leez!

We get back to the hotel and decide that we are going to wait for them to get back, just to make sure everyone is safe. Fifteen minutes later they come in. B comes up to me and asks what is going on. She told me that they (K&K) thought I was mad because we went to a strip club. B told them that I was not upset about going to a strip club and that I am the craziest person she knows. So I have to fill her in on what REALLY happened. I fill her in on the conversation that was had.

K(wife) comes up to me and is hugging me saying she is not mad at me and they still love me...WHAT? I think you have that confused miss. I tell her to remove her "Sin" hands and tell her that the issue is not that we went to that place, but that her husband is a dickhead and he has been acting like an ass this entire trip.

They ruined the ending of the trip that could have been so much fun.

Long story short, I am not talking to those freaks anymore...AND I AM NOT A PRUDE!

(I even took a test to prove it!)

Life Lessons

2006-05-19T10:38:00.000-04:00

Have you seen these commercials on TLC? I love them.

My favorite one has to be the "Merlot and E-mail don't mix" - so true, so true. They also need to have one that says "Just say no to drunk dialing"...you know we have ALL done it.

Or another classic, "Nothing can ruin a career faster than an office party"

What is your favorite?

Day of Nothingness

2006-05-18T10:19:00.000-04:00

Yesterday I was off of work. I need to use up two days of "comp" time from Vegas.

I was originally took the day off because I was going to go to New York with my cousin to see a design showcase or something, but the trip was canceled. I still took my day off because I needed it...badly.

My day off consisted of 5 loads of laundry (some still laying on my bed yet to be folded.) I HATE putting away laundry. It it the only chore that I really cannot stand. I can wash laundry until I am going to pass out but I hate ironing, I hate folding and I hate sorting socks. It is so boring and I cannot be bothered with it sometimes.

I will go as long as possible without washing laundry because I would rather wear a tired looking outfit than have to wash and iron a shirt that would look "so cute" with those pants. UGGGGGGG! I fear that I am going to be one of those mother's that just throws away my baby's clothes because they go through like 4+ outfits a day. I wish I could afford to take all of my clothes to the cleaners and have them do it for me...isn't that horrible?

I was also able to catch up on my DVR. I had weeks of General Hospital to watch. Now I grew up on GH and I used to watch through college. Then I got a 9-5 job that prevented me from watching. I am not good with the VCR so I just gave up on it...until DVR. Now I can watch General Hospital and Oprah. Life is good my friends.

The only problem that I have with owning a DVR is that I cannot stand watching live television. I am so used to being able to fast forward through commercials or the boring segments of GH that I don't want to see that I don't know what to do with myself when I actually have to sit through a 2 minute commercial break. Hello, I worked for an ad agency that MADE those commercials...I am pathetic.

I actually did do pilates yesterday even though I really did not want to. The new lady that teaches on Monday kicked my ass. I was in so much pain on Tuesday it felt like my ribs were broken. Oh well, fatty...get it together. I have been such a slacker before and after Vegas because of my workload (before Vegas) and laziness (after Vegas.)

I cannot wait for the weekend!

Where do I begin?

2006-05-15T11:50:00.000-04:00

I am working on a post from Vegas. While I cannot go into every detail of the long trip, I can point out one particular evening that will leave you saying "WHAT THE F*CK?"...but that is for another time.

Let's talk about the last few evenings out that I have had.

Thursday: I meet up with a friend M and his brother N. I have known M for about 7 or 8 years. I met him through a friend of a friend and he's a super nice guy. Off and on I get the vibe from him like he is "trying" to flirt, but I am not interested in him like that. He is M and will always be the nice guy that you can tell your business too, but I am just not into him. M and I meet up before his brother shows up and we have a few drinks and catch up. N arrives and he is discussing his new boy-toy and we are having "girl talk." M proceeds to drink a lot and take pictures with the camera phone to which he says "[I] have never looked cuter" and "[I] am so adorable" and I am "rockin robin" - etc. Is her flirting? I ignore it. Then he is drunk so I have to drive him home. We take the metro to my car in Dupont. While walking up the escalator he tells me I have a "great ass." 1. he is drunk, no I do not and 2. WHO SAYS THAT while screaming up an escalator...I was embarrassed.

Friday: Had to do happy hour with the girls from work. Which turns into food and more drinks and more drinks and then...oops someone is tipsy. In walks a bachelor party. FUN!
Then more drinks and shots and then one of them informs me he knows my ex and that he just saw him last week WITH HIS FIANCE. Meanwhile we broke up last May. The guy then proceeds to suck on my neck - which was unwelcomed - and give me two hickeys. 1. GET OFF! 2. WHO DOES THAT? 3. I had to tell them that was very inappropriate and white trash.

That makes the third guy that I have dated to get married to the VERY NEXT person they date after me. WHAT THE F*CK? I give up.

Saturday: After getting home very late/early in the morning I took three tylenol PM and slept for more than 8 hours. It was needed, however, I did not get anything done Saturday. I still have a large piece of luggage that has to be unpacked, dry cleaning to tend too and about 8 loads of laundry calling my name - let alone the vacuuming, dusting, etc. I need a maid service big time.

Anyway, after venting with B and K that morning I had to go to La Fiesta and get chips and salsa to cope through the previous days events. My Godson was using his stuffed animal "DOG" who is a real person to him, to bite me, kick me and then cry. He loves his Godmother :o) HA!

Saturday night me and the girls hit Tabaq for some yummy martinis, mojitos and topas. Our server cracked us up while two helicopters circled the block for some crack head or murderer or both - who knows.

Sunday: Mom's day. Still could not be bothered to get out of bed before it was absolutely necessary...what in the hell is my problem? I get myself together and have to go to three stores before finding everything I need to take to my parents for the dinner I am making. My brother shows up late with a card and beer. He is sooo kind. That is EXACTLY what my mother wanted - NOT. He did not help with dinner at all, says he is going to do the dishes and then lays on the couch. He did manage to put away five dishes during commercial breaks of Family Guy. Thank God I am nice to my parents.

So...B thinks that I need to carry a camera crew around with me to document these events for my reality show. I say bring it on. I could use the extra cash. Mommy has her eye on a cute Gucci purse!

I am trying to catch up on everything that is going on with everyone else in the blog world. Look for some comments from me in the near future :o)

Fifteen Days in Vegas

2006-05-03T12:04:00.000-04:00

...and I feel so dirty.
So much to discuss with you all, but I am very tired. I need a nap and a vacation. Thank GOD I am going away to the beach this weekend.
Sangria power hour, here we come ;o) Feliz Cinco de Mayo!

It's MY Birthday

2006-04-12T11:31:00.000-04:00

I say it like that because when H and I co-hosted a sex toy party about 4 or 5 years ago, someone who is GROSS was drunk talking about how it is HER birthday on March 20th and no one else's. It just so happens that is H's boyfriend (now husband) has the same birthday. She was/is a crazy beeotch and failed to realize that the world did not revolve around her.
NOW - BACK TO ME and how the world DOES revolve around REC for one minute...shall we?!? :o)
Here is my birthday speech...

Thanks again to my peeps for giving me a party on Saturday, it was so nice and I had a great time.

Thank you go B and the family for these great flowers. (How cute is that margarita glass???)

Thank you to a client for sending me flowers after making my life hell for the past 6 weeks (about time you did something nice for me.)

Thank you to my insurance agent at Allstate for sending me an automatically generated email wishing me a happy birthday.

Thank you to eharmony for sending me an email to remind me that I am a year older and still single - fuck off!

Thank you to the other family members and friends for wishing me well today.

Thank you to H at work for decorating my office so when I came in today I had multi-colored Happy Birthday signs.

I'd like to thank my mom for making me homemade pizza tonight for dinner (yum, I cannot wait) and thank you to my coworkers for celebrating my birthday with lunch at LP...oh yeah I cannot wait - bring it on!!! Drinks anyone?!?!